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JBF Study: Independent Restaurants Are Actively Evolving

Modern Restaurant Management

The research stems from in-person chef interviews and a nationwide survey of more than 400 restaurant owners and operators spanning 47 states with respondents ranging from fine dining establishments to fast-casual venues, breweries, and caterers. "This

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The Guide to Equitable Restaurant Tip Payout Methods & Systems

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Cafes, breweries, some full service restaurants, casual restaurants. Casual restaurants, fast food, quick service. Fast casual, cafes, breweries, Percentage of sales. Full service restaurants, casual restaurants. Cafes or Breweries. Casual Dining Restaurants. Fast Casual Restaurants.

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How Coronavirus Could Change the Way You Get Your Favorite Craft Beer

EATER

Competition is fierce for cans, labels, and customers as breweries rush to package their beer for home drinking It’s been a rough couple of months for craft beer. Like the coffee and wine industries, the entire beer ecosystem was upended as the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered breweries, closed bars, and scared people away from beer shops.

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The Cost of B-ing Good

Modern Restaurant Management

B Corp Restaurants As of early 2024, almost 150 restaurants around the world have achieved the certification, from fine-dining independents to fast-casual chains, with hotels, breweries and food delivery companies also dotting the list.

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Encouraging Diners to Order Direct—Here’s How to Make It Easy

ChowNow

Partner with local businesses to spread the message: Team up with coffee shops, breweries, or boutiques in your neighborhood to cross-promote each other. Next time, try our online ordering! You can also ask customers who regularly order direct why they prefer it and turn that into a short post or quote graphic.

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The 11 Best Restaurant Event Ideas That Actually Bring In New Customers And Keep Regulars Excited

ChowNow

1) Pop-Up Collaborations Partner with other local businesses, like a bakery, brewery, coffee shop, roastery, or food truck, for exclusive menu items or drinks. If you dont have this position in-house, collaborate with a local brewery, winery, or distillery.

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The Ultimate Guide To Restaurant Marketing: Strategies for Restaurant Operators In 2025

ChowNow

A casual brunch spot in a college town will attract a different crowd than a high-end steakhouse in a business district. Your color scheme should complement your concept for example, bold reds and yellows for a lively fast-casual spot, soft pastels for a relaxed caf, or sleek black and gold for an upscale dining experience.

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